Tulip fields in the Netherlands!
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installations by tara donovan
This Styrofoam cup installation is from 2003, but recently The Cool Hunter posted an article regarding Tara Donovan's sculptural work. She has the ability to create organic bodies from man made objects, creating a new perspective on masking tape, Styrofoam cups and drinking straws.
In late September, she was made a Fellow of the John D. and Catherine T MacArthur Foundation, and one of 25 recipients to a $500,000 “genius” grant. Others include a physician, an astrophysicist, a violinist, a computer scientist and representatives of many other endeavours who were selected for their creativity, originality and potential to make important contributions in the future.
via The Cool Hunter
circle by richard sarson
Check out this beautiful process video of the above work by graphic artist Richard Sarson, and even more of his meticulous, yet elegant work here.
via It's Nice That
middle humidifier
As a product designer, I get really ecstatic over products that transition smoothly between form and function. I also think it is unfortunately rare for this to succeed in the client-driven design field, but I'll not get into that...
The teardrop-shaped Middle Humidifier, designed by Takashi Hiroshi Tsuboi, can produce moisture for up to ten consecutive hours and boasts a relatively small footprint. It would camouflage itself nicely amongst my Ikea home decor, to say the least!
via Cool Hunting
bansky's village petstore and charcoal grill
Check out this disturbing - and astounding - installation by British street artist Bansky. I would love to know more about the technique and the technology involved in making this incredible work!
Filmmaker Seth Brau was commissioned by NOTCOT to capture a video experience of the space for those of us unable to visit in person - and with better quality than the homemade videos floating around the internet!
NOTCOT: Banksy's Village Petstore & Charcoal Grill from Jean Aw on Vimeo.
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2modern collection
nikon small world
Small World is regarded as the leading forum for showcasing the beauty and complexity of life as seen through the light microscope. For over 30 years, Nikon has rewarded the world's best photomicrographers who make critically important scientific contributions to life sciences, bio-research and materials science.
Check out over 115 winning submissions for 2008, as well as submissions dating back to 1977, here!
Above
Michael Stringer "Pleurosigma (marine diatoms) "
Karl Deckart "Ammonium oxalate crystal"
Charles Krebs "Wing scales of Urania riphaeus (Sunset moth)"
Jose Almodovar "Wood cross section"
Paul Marshall "Carbon nanotubes, post growth"
via bioephemera and Nikon
renovated french farmhouse
I am overstimulated in the most wonderful way by this medieval farmhouse in Périgord (now Dordogne), France.
The rustic textures emanate pastoral charm in the beamed ceilings, stone floors, original walls and medieval doors. Their modern additions - furniture, artwork - blend smoothly into the design, despite the obvious period differences.
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ashes and milk
Ashes and Milk is an online gallery space founded on the principle that a lot can be created from very little. The inquisitive website showcases intimately crafted works by various artists. They state:
"We are driven by modern ideas with a reverence for traditional methods and believe that the things we bring into our homes should have a soul and a sense of history."
via Design*Sponge
orangebeautiful 2009 calendar
This creative little 5" x 9.5" calendar is printed entirely by hand on two GOCCO printers. The best part? The bottom and top edges are perforated so that you can separate the middle section and use it for wall art, post cards, or other home decor!
Available again here!
via OrangeBeautiful
ITO EN loose leaf tea
This stylish set of prepackaged Ito En tea tins was designed by Michael McDevitt of Gooder Companies. I love how the monochromatic background stripes are pleasantly interrupted by a bold hit of color, used to highlight the specific tea's number.
via The Dieline
force of gravity by kristin nordhøy
Check out this sinuous exhibit, Force of Gravity, by Norwegian artist Kristin Nordhøy - it is constructed entirely of masking tape!
via designboom
link love orangebeautiful
The wonderful Emily at OrangeBeautiful has added me to her favourites! Both Emily and Laura, the contributors to the OrangeBeautiful blog are fellow Ohio natives!
XOXO.
seastone works by mitsuru koga
Breathtaking stone work by Japanese artist Mitsuru Koga. Koga describes his work as an attempt to "create an intermediate bridge between nature and human beings."
In viewing his delicately refined work, it is not difficult to visualize the tender relationship between the sculptor and the stone. I love the stones personified with little legs!
On view in Venice, California at Tortoise until November 2nd.
via Apartment Therapy
studio violet
Studio Violet is a lovely collaboration between Camilla Engman (swoon!) and Elisabeth Dunker(new swoon!). Their work is soft, delicate and alluring - and now available in new line of paper products such as posters, journals and postcards.
via Design*Sponge
stem tree coat stand
sttt table by stephanie van keijsteren
The Sttt Table by Stephanie van Keijsteren captures the jagged interruption of Stephanies's stuttering during conversation through her woven lines and playful title.
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hairy alphabet by craig ward
Hairy Alphabet by Craig Ward.
Check out more delightful alphabets at 22 of the World's Most Creative Alphabets. It is a shame that the world's most creative alphabets are only the English alphabet!
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brushwood rug by dima loginoff
I am swooning over this Brushwood Rug by Dima Longinoff, made of cut and hand sewn felted leaves. It reminds me of the stunning three-dimensional rugs produced by Nani Marquina.
via cribcandy
replex table by oormerk
Created from old furniture, the Replex Table by Oormerk celebrates the imperfections of old and repurposed materials. They will be exhibiting as part of the ‘talent’ exhibit at Designhuis during Dutch Design Week.
via designboom
bedside table at contor design
I was reminded of this product this weekend after Justin demolished a bottle of Vitamin Water, knocking it off the bedside table and soaking his external hard drive and cellphone. The Bedside Table would look fabulous hanging on our Ikea Malm bed!
via swissmiss
hang chair by marc graells ballve
The design of the Hang Chair by Marc Graells Ballve is clean-lined and simple, extending the metal framework away from the body of the chair in order to hang personal belongings without wrinkling or bulk.
This is an excellent idea for hospitality environments, where a guest would want their personal effects close but without the annoyance of jackets and purses crowding them.
via designspotter
things that keep me awake in NYC
Things That Keep Me Awake In New York City by Greg Hathaway
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And yet, I still want to live there.
via swissmiss
balloon creatures by jason hackenwerth
Jason Hackenwerth, an MFA graduate from the Savannah College of Art and Design, creates delightful creatures from balloons that put even the most talented birthday clowns to shame.
I am especially fond of the rampant line of larvae in the gallery!
via Design Milk
becky's apartment from AT
As many of you know, Apartment Therapy is having their Fourth Annual Fall Colors Contest. Above are two shots from Becky's prewar apartment in NYC. I never thought I would love mustard - the color - in the bathroom!
via Apartment Therapy
nest house by gerard moline
Nest House, designed by Gerard Moline for Droog, adapted the nesting habits of birds into a temporary installation for humans. Using resources supplied by nature - twigs and leaves - you can create a whimsical observation point or transient sleeping space. Nice!
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birch tree organic bedding by pb
Unfortunately, autumn isn't making a big deal about itself this year in Cleveland. Golds and fiery reds are being replaced by desaturated mustards and browns. Thus, an email from Pottery Barn made me giddy for wintry decor!
Birch Tree Organic Duvet Cover and Sham, $29-139 at Pottery Barn
